Associate Merchandise Manager

Do it Best; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Bonus pay opportunities

Retirement funding

Education reimbursement

Health club reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Do It Best Group in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an Associate Merchandise Manager - Global Sourcing to work with vendors and Merchandise Managers on product selection, pricing analysis, and buying strategies. The role emphasizes negotiation, promotions, and clear communication with vendors and members.

The candidate will balance pricing, assist with market preparations, and support inventory management while developing career growth within merchandising.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business-related field or equivalent retail, sales, or wholesale/distribution experience
• Must be computer proficient, especially Excel and Microsoft.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration and development of appropriate product mix for members, which includes helping with proper product selection, evaluations, and reviews
• Balance the maintenance of member and retail pricing, and updating product information
• Respond to retail member questions and explain product choices/changes
• Implement changes made to stocking items and new products
• Aid in the execution of the biannual Market convention preparation process and negotiation of Market specials
• Implement the development, negotiation, and submittals of promotional offers
• Manage and monitor inventory of the Department to meet both acceptable turns and service level

Skills

Analytical skills

Team oriented

Communication

Education

Four-year degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business-related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Level: Entry/Mid-level Position
Division: Merchandising
Reporting to position: Merchandise Manager
Travel: 10% Travel including International for up to 15 days

About the Role:

The Associate Merchandise Manager - Global Sourcing will work directly with vendors and members alongside the Merchandise Managers to choose products and analyze pricing and buying strategies. They will use analytical skills and a team-oriented attitude to work through negotiation efforts, promotional offers, and answering vendor or member questions. The position requires great organization, communication, and a personable individual who can cultivate quality career advancement.

If you have any prior experience working in any of the following positions, we strongly encourage you to apply: Merchandise Assistant, Sourcing Associate, Pricing Analyst, Sales Associate, Category Management, Retail Merchandising, Assistant Manager, Buyer, Product Manager

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with administration and development of appropriate product mix for members, which includes helping with proper product selection, evaluations, and reviews
• Balance the maintenance of member and retail pricing, and updating product information
• Respond to retail member questions and explain product choices/changes
• Implement changes made to stocking items and new products
• Aid in the execution of the biannual Market convention preparation process and negotiation of Market specials
• Implement the development, negotiation, and submittals of promotional offers
• Manage and monitor inventory of the Department to meet both acceptable turns and service level

Education & Experience:

• Four-year degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business-related field or equivalent retail, sales, or wholesale/distribution experience
• Must be computer proficient, especially Excel and Microsoft

Benefits available to you:

• Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Profit sharing
• Bonus Pay opportunities
• Retirement funding opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• Health club reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities

About Do It Best Group

Headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, the Do it Best Group is the world's largest hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With nearly $6 billion in annual sales, we support thousands of independently-owned locations across the United States and in more than 60 countries worldwide. Partners in the company have the flexibility to operate under the Do it Best, True Value, or their own local store identities, offering a diverse range of branding options to best serve their communities.

Culture:

Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.

Our Philosophy:

Serving others as we would like to be served

Our Mission:

Making the best even better

Our Goal:

Helping members grow and achieve their dreams